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MakerBot Sketch PLA (polylactic acid) is an excellent material for early concept models due to its ease of use, office-friendly nature, and compatibility with breakaway supports. This makes it a top choice for designers and engineers who need to quickly create and iterate on their designs. PLA is a corn-based plastic and is considered biodegradable under industrial processes, making it an environmentally friendly option for 3D printing.
MakerBot Sketch PLA is the perfect filament for anyone looking to create early concept models, prototypes, and educational projects. Its ease of use, office-friendly nature, and compatibility with breakaway supports make it a top choice for designers, engineers, and hobbyists alike. Whether you're working on simple models or complex designs, MakerBot Sketch PLA delivers the performance and reliability you need for your 3D printing projects.
Key Features
Ease of Use: MakerBot Sketch PLA is easy to print with, making it ideal for beginners and professionals alike. Its low printing temperature reduces the risk of warping and ensures consistent results.
Office-Friendly: PLA emits low levels of ultrafine particles (UFPs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), making it safe for use in offices and classrooms.
Fast Printing with Breakaway Supports: PLA works great with breakaway supports, which print faster and can be removed faster than dissolvable supports. This speeds up the overall printing process and reduces post-processing time.
Biodegradable: As a corn-based plastic, PLA is biodegradable under industrial processes, making it a more sustainable choice for 3D printing.
Compatibility
MakerBot Sketch PLA is compatible with the MakerBot Sketch 3D printer, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
Applications
Early Concept Models: Create detailed and accurate concept models quickly and efficiently.
Prototyping: Develop prototypes that can be easily modified and iterated upon.
Educational Projects: Ideal for classroom settings, allowing students to explore 3D printing technology in a safe and easy-to-use manner.
Hobbyist Projects: Perfect for hobbyists looking to create high-quality 3D printed parts with minimal hassle.
Specifications
Spool Weight: 1 kg
Material: Corn-based plastic
Biodegradability: Biodegradable under industrial processes.
